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  Vietnam

• Hanoi: 
Hanoi

Term: Throughout the year 
Durations of Program: 1-2 weeks, 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks, 3-6 months and 7-12 months
Typical Duration of Program: 5-8 weeks
Dates: The program is ongoing, so volunteers can decide when to participate

Description: Volunteer to help victims of Agent Orange. A tragic legacy of the Vietnam War in the 1960s and 1970s is the millions of people affected by Agent Orange. Between 1961 and 1971, the US military dumped millions of gallons of herbicide nicknamed Agent Orange on Vietnam. The defoliant released dioxins into the environment causing massive health problems in exposed populations. Many of the victims are small children whose parents were exposed to dioxin, suffered chromosomal damage, and gave birth to children with birth defects. ELI works with organizations committed to helping the victims of Agent Orange. These organizations area home to the children and provide medical care. Volunteers in this program will assist in providing day to day care to the children, lead activities for the children, and assist the center staff with tasks around the center. Qualified volunteers can assist in the clinic or with physiotherapy and occupational therapy exercises.

Highlights: Vietnam, one of the more recent additions to the "must see" list of places to visit, has a wealth of experiences for the traveler. From the bustling cities to the remote mountains and the beautiful beaches, this is a country that will amaze you at every turn.

Intern Types: Counseling, Education, English as a Second Language, Health Sciences, Interdisciplinary, Kinesiology/Exercise Science, Medicine, Nursing, Occupational, Envir. Health, Physical Therapy, Psychology and Social Work

Languages: English and Vietnamese

Cost in US$: Varies by duration. Contact us for information.

Cost Includes: * Pre-departure information * Pick up from the airport in Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City * Orientation and welcome pack * Volunteer Position * Four hours of instruction in survival Vietnamese * 24/7 in-country support

Experience Required: no

Typical Volunteer Projects: childcare/children, community centers, disability issues, education, English teaching, handicapped, health, housing, medicine, nursing, orphans, playgrounds, primary education, recreation, social services, social work, teaching, tutor, youth and youth development

Typical Volunteer: There is no typical ELI volunteer. We work with people from all over the world and a variety of backgrounds. ELI has placed volunteers ranging in age from 18-81. Successful volunteers are flexible, upbeat, energetic, and inquisitive.

Age Range: 18 and older

This Program is open to World Wide Participants. This Program is also open to Couples and Individuals.

Typical Living Arrangements: Group living and Home-stays

Participants Travel to Vietnam Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Resume
• Written Application

ELI-Experiential Learning International's Mission Statement: ELI's full name, Experiential Learning International, reflects our philosophy. We believe that the most compelling life lessons come through experience, and that international experiences are among the most profound influences on our sense of self and our view of the world. ELI facilitates flexible international learning programs for independent travelers by partnering with local organizations to give participants the opportunity to experience and contribute to sustainable ongoing local projects throughout the world.

Year Founded: 2001